ALBERT HAROLD BETKE

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Dec 2, 2018 at 12:01 AM

Albert Betke, age 94, of Okeech-obee, Fla., passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018, at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle, Pa. Born September 14, 1924, in Beaver Falls, Pa., to the late Louis and Clara Betke. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Beaver Falls and the Peace Lutheran Church in Florida. He was a part of the Fighting 36 Army Battalion and fought in The Battle of Rapido River. He was a machinist for Westinghouse for 38 years until he retired and spent the rest of his days living on a golf course, where he golfed almost every day. Albert is survived by his children, David Betke of Beaver Falls, Beth (Ken) Frampton of New Castle, Alan Betke of New Hampshire, and Janice Campagna of Beaver Falls; step-children, Wim, James and Cindy Jo Wetzel; seven grand-children; six great-grandchildren; and a sister, Elizabeth Taormina. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Gerry Betke, and a brother, Donald Betke. Friends will be received on Monday, December 3, from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 12 p.m. in the CAMPBELL'S BEAVER FALLS FUNERAL HOME, 14th Street and Eighth Avenue, www.campbellfuneralhomes.com, with Pastor Susan Irons officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations, if desired, may be made to the Disabled American Veterans organization, 1000 Liberty Avenue, Rm. 1606, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.

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